Getting Started Guide
Welcome to HV Gives! Want to make sure your nonprofit is ready to participate in HV Gives? This guide will lead you through the steps for registering and getting started. We've also outlined some key dates to make note of leading up to the event!
Are You Eligible? To be eligible to participate in HV Gives, your organization must be: Based in Orange, Ulster, Sullivan, Rockland, Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester counties or have a basis of operations here. A 501(c)(3) public charity. Registered with the New York Attorney Generl through the NYS Charities Bureau
Are You Registered? Complete the registration at www.hvgives.org Enable donations on your account by adding your ACH transfer information
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Are You Connected? Follow HV Gives on Facebook at @HudsonValleyGives Follow HV Gives on Twitter at @HVGives Follow HV Gives on Instagram at @HVGives Use the hashtag: #HVGives
Are You Ready? Check out the HV Gives Nonprofit Toolkit for tips, templates, and resources. Register for free training sessions or view the recordings online. Utilize the resources and tips emailed by the HV Gives team. _______
Questions about HV Gives? HV Gives is an event hosted by the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan County in partnership with nonprofits across the Hudson Valley and supported by corporation, media and foundation partners. For more information contact us at
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Key Dates FEB 23
MAR 8
APR 6
Getting Ready for HV Gives Training Session
Storytelling & Marketing Training Session
The Power of P2P Fundraising Training Session
MAY 2
MAY 12
TBD
Top 10 Tips before HV Gives Training Session
Last day to set up ACH Transfers for HV Gives
When you can begin to accept donations for HV Gives
MAY 17
MAY 17
TBD
HV Gives begins at Midnight!
HV Gives ends at 11:59pm!
Last day to accept donations for HV Gives
MAY 24
24-48hrs
Post HV Gives Engagement Training Session
Funds deposited into your bank account
After a Donation is Made
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